Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 31, 2025 at 9:46 PM

5 sentences

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, I’ll keep this super quick.  I know it’s the weekend, but I had to reach out one last time — my team told me we’re behind on our May fundraising goal. You know I hate asking, but reaching this goal is important for our campaign. Can you help us stay o…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 30, 2025 at 7:39 PM

A personal request:

Becca Balint for Vermont   Hi John, it’s Becca. I have a personal request: Before you log off for the weekend, can you pitch in $10 or any amount to my campaign?  Here’s the best link to donate: http://secure.actblue.com/donate/rab-em-may2025 I hate asking for your money, John. It’s …

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 29, 2025 at 5:45 PM

Newport

Becca Balint for Vermont   John — Yesterday, I held a town hall in Newport. Over 100 of you joined us to share your stories, thoughts, and concerns. I share many of them.  Trump’s cruel budget bill cuts food assistance and Medicaid, putting the health care of millions of Americans at…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 28, 2025 at 6:16 PM

I’m fighting their billionaire-first agenda with everything I've got.

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, I got into politics to alleviate suffering. This GOP budget bill will only make working Americans suffer, and the rich even richer.  I'm going to fight it with everything I've got.  House Republicans voted to pass a budget bill that makes steep cuts t…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 27, 2025 at 4:04 PM

Sending a message

Becca Balint for Vermont   Get this, John: Republicans just passed their bill to cut taxes for the wealthiest Americans while kicking millions of people off of Medicaid, slashing Medicare, and gutting food assistance programs — but even that isn't enough. Buried deep in the bill is …

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 25, 2025 at 5:32 PM

Got a second?

Becca Balint for Vermont   John — Sorry to bother you over the holiday weekend, but I wouldn't reach out if it wasn't important. I promise to make this quick: My team is telling me we're behind on our fundraising. Like, way behind — but it’s not difficult to see why. Things are toug…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 24, 2025 at 7:02 PM

This moment needs to be remembered

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, Before being elected as Vermont’s Congresswoman, I was a middle school history teacher. I know there is an urgent need to document this moment in our country’s history. Our awareness of what’s going on in Washington cannot be brushed under the rug.  S…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 23, 2025 at 10:01 PM

A personal request

Becca Balint for Vermont   Hi John, it’s Becca. I have a personal request: Before you log off for the long weekend, can you pitch in $10 or any amount to my campaign?  Here’s the best link to donate: http://secure.actblue.com/donate/rab-em-may2025 I hate asking for your money, John. …

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 22, 2025 at 5:17 PM

There is still time to fight.

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, Earlier this morning, while most Americans were asleep, Republicans passed their budget. It is the largest transfer of wealth in history from working families to the top 1%, in an economy already rigged against working people.  And the GOP is paying f…

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

May 21, 2025 at 5:57 PM

worried

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, we’re falling behind on our fundraising, and folks aren’t donating to these emails like they used to.  Honestly, we’re worried.  We’re worried because online grassroots donations are what keep our team supporting Becca’s work for Vermonters. When fewe…

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

May 20, 2025 at 9:54 PM

Trump’s ego is costing Americans millions

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, tell me why in a country where this is our reality: CBS News Our President is proposing we spend our resources on this: The Washington Post That’s right. While American families are stuck bearing the brunt of Trump’s tariffs and billionaire-first bu…

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  Bonnie Watson Coleman · [email protected]

May 17, 2025 at 3:23 PM

ICYMI: Trump wants to throw us in jail

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, the Trump administration is threatening to arrest me for exercising my legal right as a Member of Congress to inspect an immigration detention facility!  Their inexcusable lies and accusations of “assault” on ICE officers are obviously false.  ICE al…

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

May 16, 2025 at 7:34 PM

Need your eyes on this graph 👀

Becca Balint for Vermont   Take a look at this chart, John: You read that correctly.  Elon Musk spent nearly $300 million supporting Republicans last year — but he didn’t stop there. In Wisconsin, he attempted to use his wealth to influence the results of the consequential state Sup…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 15, 2025 at 7:11 PM

Disturbing

Becca Balint for Vermont The fight to defend our fragile democracy will take all of us.   John — Do you know what our President said? In an interview, Donald Trump said he doesn’t know if he needs to uphold the Constitution. And now, nine days later, Republicans have yet to speak ou…

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

May 13, 2025 at 2:45 PM

This isn’t business as usual

Becca Balint for Vermont   We’ll get straight to the point, John: Our fundraising has fallen off recently.  While it’s normal for fundraising to slow down during times like this, considering we’re just a few months removed from a competitive election cycle, our current situation is a…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 9, 2025 at 5:31 PM

My rule of thumb

Becca Balint for Vermont What matters most is that working people have someone fighting for them in Congress — regardless of what the politics are.   Ever since I got to Congress, John, I’ve set a rule of thumb for myself:  As soon as I stop being me, I’m out.  I don’t let myself go…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 8, 2025 at 5:18 PM

Asking for just $1

Becca Balint for Vermont Every small-dollar donation makes a huge difference in my work to fight for working families and stand up to people like Donald Trump.   Things are tough right now, John. Trust me, I get it. Prices are still too high. Republicans are coming for our health car…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 6, 2025 at 6:56 PM

When enough of us say no

Becca Balint for Vermont This will all end when enough of us say no.   How is this all going to end? When are we going to get ourselves out of this mess?  A lot of people keep asking me that, John, My answer to them is pretty simple: This will all end when enough of us say no.  When …

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

May 2, 2025 at 6:16 PM

Less talking, more listening

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, Listening first and talking second — that’s how Democrats should be showing up in this moment. Becca knows it’s important to not just show up and speak out, but to listen and let her constituents guide her actions in Congress. She brings the conversat…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 30, 2025 at 10:32 PM

My last email of the month

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, if I’m being honest, I wish I didn’t have to email you to ask for donations. It’s one of my least favorite parts of my job, but unfortunately, elections typically come down to who has the most money to spend on running ads, training volunteers, and re…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 30, 2025 at 5:15 PM

A total violation of the Constitution

Becca Balint for Vermont   Hey John, it’s Becca. Breaking news: My team just got word that Mohsen Mahdawi — a Vermont resident who was wrongfully arrested by ICE agents — has been released on bail. Today’s news shows us what we can do when we fight for justice, when we come together …

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 28, 2025 at 11:02 PM

This has been bugging me

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, Something’s been bugging me, so I want to get this off my chest. There’s been a lot of talk about how Democrats should focus on the economy instead of how folks are being illegally detained and shipped off to El Salvador.  I want to make this clear: W…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 26, 2025 at 4:33 PM

Our country will be safer if Hegseth resigns

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, it’s undeniable: Pete Hegseth has got to go.  In another shocking breach of national security, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has leaked military intel in a Signal group chat, this time on his personal cell phone.  Members of Hegseth’s inner circle…

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

April 25, 2025 at 6:45 PM

5 reasons, 5 days, $5

Becca Balint for Vermont   John — our first end-of-month fundraising deadline of the new quarter is just five days away. We have five reasons why your support is so important right now, but if you’re ready to chip in, please click here to do so: CHIP IN This grassroots team po…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 23, 2025 at 8:01 PM

400 of you joined me

Becca Balint for Vermont   John — Last week, I held a town hall in Bellows Falls. With a population of just under three thousand people, Bellows Falls isn't the type of place that representatives in Washington typically spend time in — but it's important to me that I hear from as ma…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 22, 2025 at 3:17 PM

Here’s the truth, John...

Becca Balint for Vermont   Here’s the truth, John: I wish I didn’t have to ask for money in emails like these. It’s honestly one of my least favorite parts of the job.  Unfortunately, elections often come down to who has the most money to train volunteers, reach voters, and run ads. …

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

April 19, 2025 at 6:38 PM

Pesky emails

Becca Balint for Vermont   Hey John, we know these emails can get annoying. Our inboxes are getting crowded, too — so trust us when we say we understand how frustrating the constant stream of emails can be.  But we’re reaching out to you today because these emails are the best way to…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 18, 2025 at 8:22 PM

This is just cruel

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, Winters get cold in Vermont. Everyone knows that — even Donald Trump.  That’s why it should be a no-brainer to ensure people can afford to keep themselves warm.  But the Trump administration recently laid off the entire staff at the Department of Heal…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 17, 2025 at 8:54 PM

Republicans are lying about Social Security

Becca Balint for Vermont   John — Do not believe Republicans when they tell you they won’t cut Social Security.  On the campaign trail, Donald Trump promised voters he wouldn’t touch Social Security. But less than 100 days into his term, he’s already shut down countless offices acros…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 16, 2025 at 2:41 PM

We are not a land of kings or oligarchs

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, we are not — nor have we ever been — a land of kings. And the founding of our nation was a unique one because of it. Our founding fathers were determined to be a land by the people, for the people.  Loving this nation and realizing that there is still…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 14, 2025 at 7:45 PM

How are you feeling, John?

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, Last weekend, millions of people in the United States and across the globe took to the streets to say "no" to this administration. I was proud to attend one of these protests myself in Brattleboro alongside hundreds of Vermonters.  Things have felt pr…

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

April 12, 2025 at 5:10 PM

The Transgender Health Care Access Act

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, This month, I introduced the Transgender Health Care Access Act — a bill that would expand access to life-saving health care and fund programs that train health care providers in providing gender-affirming care.  As Donald Trump and Republicans contin…

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  Emily Randall · [email protected]

April 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM

Clearly and honestly

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, I’m asking you to split a donation of any amount between my campaign and my friend, Congresswoman Becca Balint. Becca is fiercely focused on defending our democracy from Trump, Elon Musk, and the billionaire boys club hellbent on attacking our lives a…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 9, 2025 at 4:16 PM

Emily Randall and I

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, I don’t have to tell you the urgency of this moment. It calls for fresh, bold, courageous leadership. That’s why I’m so proud to fight alongside my new colleague in Congress, Emily Randall. Since her swearing-in, Emily has been unstoppable: From rally…

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  Chris Pappas · [email protected]

April 3, 2025 at 7:01 PM

I’m running for Senate

Becca Balint for Vermont I’ll always put New Hampshire first.   John, I'm Congressman Chris Pappas, and Becca said I could reach out with some big news: I’m officially running to be New Hampshire’s next U.S. Senator. I’m going to share more about why I’m in this race, but if you’re a…

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  Cory Booker · [email protected]

April 3, 2025 at 12:23 AM

I’m tired and a little hoarse, but I cannot stay silent.

Becca Balint for Vermont This is a moment where we must all speak up.   John, it's Cory.  Yesterday, I stepped off the Senate floor after speaking for over 25 hours straight — because I cannot stand idly by while Donald Trump and Elon Musk completely disregard the rule of law, the Co…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

March 31, 2025 at 8:31 PM

This will take just a second

Becca Balint for Vermont   Hey John — it’s Becca. I wanted to leave you a quick note ahead of tonight’s FEC fundraising deadline — so if you have a moment, I’d appreciate it if you could allow me to explain why I’m counting on your support. People are fed up right now. Understandabl…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

March 30, 2025 at 3:20 PM

Here’s the truth, John.

Becca Balint for Vermont   Here’s the truth, John: I wish I didn’t have to ask for money in emails like these. It’s honestly one of my least favorite parts of the job.  Unfortunately, elections often come down to who has the most money to train volunteers, reach voters, and run ads. …

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

March 28, 2025 at 3:30 PM

I represent ALL Vermonters

Becca Balint for Vermont Voters deserve to hear from their elected representatives about the work they’re doing in Congress.   John, A few weeks ago, I joined Vermont Senators Bernie Sanders and Peter Welch for a virtual town hall. We heard from Vermonters who are deeply concerned ab…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

March 27, 2025 at 4:51 PM

It’s on us to lead the charge for change

Becca Balint for Vermont Our resistance is stronger than their hatred.   John, I know I don’t have to tell you about the urgency of this moment. You feel it, you understand it.  Our democracy and our Constitution are under threat, and this is important for every American, no matter w…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

March 26, 2025 at 3:26 PM

A bunch of damn amateurs

Becca Balint for Vermont A journalist for The Atlantic was unknowingly invited to a top-secret text chain with the highest-ranking national security officials in the Trump administration.   John — there’s a story that broke Monday that I still can’t wrap my head around. Here’s what h…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

March 22, 2025 at 5:16 PM

I hear you loud and clear

Becca Balint for Vermont   Hey John — If you remember, I reached out to you a couple of weeks ago to ask how you were feeling. We were just wrapping up a very tough week, featuring Donald Trump and J.D. Vance shamelessly berating Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, Trump recklessly starti…

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

March 20, 2025 at 9:36 PM

No

Becca Balint for Vermont Privatizing the USPS would have devastating consequences for millions of folks in Vermont and across the country.   John, Elon Musk recently suggested that the United States privatize the U.S. Postal Service.  Here’s Becca’s response: No.  Privatizing the USP…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

March 18, 2025 at 4:46 PM

Elon Musk called Social Security a Ponzi scheme

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, Social Security and Medicare are a lifeline for so many Americans – my neighbors, my parents, and our communities depend on it.  And Donald Trump promised to leave Medicare and Social Security untouched. When Elon Musk claimed otherwise — even calling…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

March 17, 2025 at 3:00 PM

These Blundstones were made for walking

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, I knew this job would keep me on my feet — but I didn’t expect to wear the soles right off my Blundstones! From parades to canvassing to meeting with Vermonters across the state, these boots have carried me through countless conversations about the i…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

March 15, 2025 at 6:31 PM

It’s time to take this “zombie law” off the books.

Becca Balint for Vermont Americans want the freedom to make decisions about their own bodies, and they want these freedoms guaranteed.   John, No matter how much Trump and other Republicans pretend their views are moderate, their actions tell us everything we need to know.  Overturnin…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

March 14, 2025 at 7:05 PM

This is a time to fight. I am urging my colleagues to vote NO.

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, This is a time to fight. I know I speak for a lot of House Democrats when we say we are furious. No Senate Democrat should be voting for this terrible funding bill — a slap in the face that hurts working people and strips away funding from veterans an…

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

March 12, 2025 at 9:57 PM

We can’t let Republicans dismantle OSHA.

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, Republicans in Congress are once again siding with billionaires and big corporations over working people. This time, they’re trying to abolish the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) — the agency that protects workers from unsafe con…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

March 8, 2025 at 4:25 PM

An eventful week

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, This week started with Donald Trump and J.D. Vance shamelessly berating Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and doing Vladimir Putin’s bidding straight from the Oval Office.  It continued with Trump recklessly starting a trade war with Mexico and Canada, ou…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

March 6, 2025 at 8:30 PM

Here’s the truth

Becca Balint for Vermont   Here’s the truth, John: I wish I didn’t have to ask for money in emails like these. It’s honestly one of my least favorite parts of the job.  Unfortunately, elections often come down to who has the most money to train volunteers, reach voters, and run ads. …

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